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Obstetrics
Does endometriosis increase risk of unfavorable obstetric outcomes?
May 08, 2020
An evaluation of evidence has concluded that the two most statistically significant unfavorable obstetric outcomes in women with endometriosis are placenta previa and preterm birth (PTB).
Video Series: Dr. Dotters-Katz weighs in on COVID-19 in pregnancy
May 05, 2020
Dr. Sarah Dotters-Katz is a maternal-fetal medicine specialist and obstetrician and gynecologist at Duke Health in Durham, N.C. One of her research interests is clinical infectious diseases and how they impact pregnancy.
PTB and STIs in pregnant adolescents
April 30, 2020
New research suggests that certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as Trichomonas vaginalis and Neisseria gonorrhea, may contribute to a higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes and preterm birth (PTB) in adolescents.
Genetic associations with PCOS
April 29, 2020
A new study suggests that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may be linked to the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and the Hippo pathways.
Expert weighs in on impact of COVID-19 in pregnancy
April 16, 2020
Contemporary OB/GYN Senior Editor Angie DeRosa interviews Dr. Laura Riley, MD, a renowned obstetrician who specializes in obstetric infectious disease. Dr. Riley weighs in on COVID-19.
Acute kidney injury in pregnancy on rise
March 31, 2020
Results of a very large cohort study underscore the need for routine screening of kidney function and detection of acute kidney injury in all women hospitalized during pregnancy.
Declining birth weight and changing practices
February 13, 2020
Changes in obstetric practice over the past 20 years may have led to declining birth weights, according to new research from Demography.
Perinatal vaccination: A practical guide for obstetric providers
February 10, 2020
When clinicians are knowledgeable about the benefits of vaccinations, vaccination rates among patients increase.
Inflammatory bowel disease and pregnancy outcomes
January 24, 2020
Women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may be at increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, according to new research from Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics.